E8085 - Operator Emergency Non Cdl Wage

Commonwealth Of Virginia; England; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth Of Virginia seeks an Emergency Operations worker to support snow and ice removal along roadways. The role requires standing, lifting up to 50 lbs, and operating heavy equipment such as loaders, backhoes, skid steers and tractors.

You will perform stand-by duties during day or night shifts, respond to emergencies, and conduct basic preventative maintenance on field equipment as needed. Training in emergency operations or snow removal is preferred.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform heavy manual labor including standing, bending and lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions with reliability.
• Safety-focused and able to work long shifts in variable conditions.

Responsibilities

• Perform stand-by duties for call-in work to support storm prep and snow removal.
• Assist and support emergency operations to clear snow and ice on road surfaces.
• Perform heavy manual labor including installation of equipment such as tire chains, plows, and blades.
• Perform duties as assigned and participate in tasks as directed.
• Carry out preventative maintenance on equipment used in inclement weather to support operations.

Skills

Equipment operation

Oral & written instructions

Safety awareness

Education

Emergency Operations/Snow removal training

Tools

Loaders

Backhoe

Skid Steer

Tractors

Job description

• Perform special duties as assigned. The position is to stand-by for “call in” work to supplement advance storm preparation and snow removal activities, as required. How you will contribute:
• Emergency Operations : Assist and support operations for clearing snow and ice from roadways, applying abrasives and chemicals on road surfaces.
• Manual Labor: Perform heavy manual labor such as installing tire chains, plow, blades, and perform debris removal.
• Perform duties as assigned.: Perform duties, tasks, activities and/or projects as assigned.
• Preventative Maintenance: Ability to perform preventative maintenance on equipment used during inclement weather to support emergency operations and clearing roadways.

What will make you successful:

• Ability to operate equipment such as loaders, backhoe, skid steer, and tractors.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ability to perform heavy manual labor to include standing, bending, and frequent lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to perform preventative maintenance on diverse equipment.
• Ability to work during the day or night shifts to support emergency operations.
• Safety shoes required.
• Valid driver’s license.

Additional Considerations:

• A combination of training, experience or education in Emergency Operations, snow removal or related field is desired.
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts, night and/or day, when necessary.
• Ability to work outside normal business hours in emergencies, inclement weather, and hazardous traffic conditions.

Physical Requirements

VDOT employees must abide by VDOTs Code of Ethics and the Commonwealths Standards of Conduct.